Graduate Certificate in Gerontology

The 15-credit hour online certificate in gerontology is a customizable curriculum that provides cutting-edge gerontological skills needed to enhance a degree or propel advancement within their chosen field. In a rapidly aging world, students will likely work with and be surrounded by older adults. The certificate program has been designed for individuals whose goal is to obtain a credential in gerontology and who do not need a master's degree. Our program offers flexibility and practicality for a wide range of individuals who may be pursuing a credential in the field of gerontology including working professionals and/or those with families.

Requirements

The graduate certificate program consists of 6 credit hours of core courses and 9 credit hours of electives.

Core Courses (6)

GERON 772 – Adult Development & Aging (3)
GERON 775 – Advanced Diversity in the Aging Experience (3)

Electives (9)

Students may choose from any of the following elective courses and/or take courses from outside of this list based upon their professional goals. Electives outside of this list must be approved by the gerontology graduate program director. No more than 3-credit hours of practicum experience may be included in the certificate program.

GERON 605 – Practicum in Gerontology (1-3)
GERON 610 – Seminar in Long-Term Care Administration (3)
GERON 620 – Independent Study in Gerontology (1-3)
GERON 625 – Advanced Physical Health in Aging (3)
GERON 630 – Advanced Mental Health & Aging (3)
GERON 730 – Advanced Sexuality & Aging (3)
GERON 740 – Advanced Creativity & Aging (3)
GERON 725 – Advanced Topics in Gerontology (1-3)
GERON 774 – Advanced Environments & Aging (3)
GERON 776 – Advanced Program, Design, Implementation, & Evaluation in Gerontology (3)
GERON 777 – Advanced Policy & Advocacy in Gerontology (3)
GERON 778 – Advanced Family Dynamics & Caregiving (3)
GERON 779 – Professional Seminar in Gerontology

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